RUNNING OF THE WOOLS
MAY 9, 2026
Main Street, Downtown Washington
Ready, set, baaahhhhh! For decades, Washington has had strong ties within the agriculture and farming community of the region - so much so that in the 19th century, Washington was the number one exporter of wool in the nation! Running of the Wools is an annual celebration of our county's agricultural history and the hardworking farmers that keep our nation running.
The Main Street Pavilion will feature agricultural exhibits, educational displays, a children's area and plenty of food and craft vendors.
Scroll for the full event schedule.

DEMONSTRATION SCHEDULE
Sheep Shearing Demo – 10:15am
Chef Ryan Cooking Demo – 10:30am
Little Bow Peep Story Time – 10:45am
Sheep Shearing Demo – 11:15am
Chef Ryan Cooking Demo – 11:30am
Children’s Play – 11:45am
Spinning and Weaving Demo – 12:00pm
Chef Ryan Cooking Demo – 12:30pm
Welcome to the Races Kickoff – 12:45pm
RACE SCHEDULE
Heat 1 – 1:00pm
Heat 2 – 1:20pm
Heat 3 – 1:40pm
Heat 4 – 2:00pm
Battle of the Baaanks – 2:20pm
The Fleece – Feet Frenzy Children’s Race – 2:40
Championship Race – 3:00pm
For decades, Washington has had strong ties within the agriculture and farming community of the region. So much so, that in the 19th century, Washington was the number…
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